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Computers: Inside and Out - Operating Systems Vocabulary Worksheet
In this computer terms worksheet, 7th graders fill in the blanks with the vocabulary words from the word box. The objective is to enhance their understanding of computer operating systems.
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Computers: Inside & Out - Storage Vocabulary Worksheet
In this computer terms worksheet, 7th graders use the vocabulary word box to complete the statements about computers and storage terms.
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Computers: Inside & Out - The Mac Desktop Labeling Worksheet
For this computer terms worksheet, 7th graders label the diagram for the Mac Desktop by writing the name of the desktop feature in the blank next to the corresponding number.
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Safe Surfing! Name that Emoticon
In this computer emoticon learning exercise, students fill in the blank with the word that best describes each emoticon. Students use words from the box only one time each.
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Compute Border Cards
In this technology activity, learners use the blank cards with a computer theme border for any note taking task. There is a graphic across the top of the card featuring computers with cartoon faces. There are no directions for use.
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Computers (Scrambled Words)
In this language arts activity, learners analyze 26 scrambled words that pertain to computers. Students unscramble the words. Answers are provided on page 2.
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Computers: Inside & Out- Bits & Bytes Worksheet
In this computer education worksheet, learners determine the values of the bytes by labeling the on and off bits using white and black rectangles. They study the patterns using white on bits, and black off bits.
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Independent Living Skills : Using The Computer To Make Personalized Greeting Cards
Students participate in the creation of greeting cards withe aid of a computer. They experiment with software and identify the different parts of the computer. They decide on what type of greeting card to create and manipulate files in...
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What's The Solution With Technology
Students investigate the use of technology and how it could be used to solve problems. They conduct research using the resource links included in the lesson plan. The teacher chooses a problem for students to solve and leads them to the...
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Using Categories With Keywords
Students practice choosing key words when searching for specific topics to start a research assignment or project. They select appropriate technology tools and resources to address a variety of tasks and problems. Each student assesses...
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Troubleshooting
Fifth graders in computer classes should be able to troubleshoot some common errors that they will encounter on a day to day basis and solve basic connectivity issues. In this activity they discover some of these troubleshooting skills...
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Proper Care of Equipment and Media
Learners study the proper care of equipment while seated at computer. They demonstrate proper care of equipment such as having clean hands, treatment of peripherals, clean work area, no magnets around computer station, general care of...
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Merge Letter
Students practice creating a database of addresses and a form letter and eventually merge that information into a letter. They create a from letter that incorporates the data sheet information in response to customers complaints...
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What is a Computer Network?
Students are introduced to the function of computer networks. In groups, they define new terminology and examine different types of designs of networks. To end the lesson, they discuss the various ways computer networks can be used.
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Accessories
Students are introduced to the types of accessories available in fashion. In groups, they are given a piece of clothing and are to accessorize it properly. As a class, they use this same reasoning and apply it to an interior room. To...
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Poetry
Fifth graders explore poetry. They write a variety of poetry using the writing process. Students choose a topic related to Thanksgiving and write a Thanksgiving themed poem. They write a rough draft and peer edit their poems. Students...
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Computer Technology Bingo
Students review new vocabulary from their computer technology class. In groups, they participate in a bingo game in which they define terms from a worksheet. They are assessed based on an attached rubric and discuss any terms they are...
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Computer Terminology
Students review the history of computer technology and how much it has changed over time. In groups, they examine the different looks of technology from the past to today and are introduced to computer terminology. Individually, they...
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GIF Animation
Students are introduced to how to create GIF animations using different software programs. Individually, they must make their own animated bouncing ball and in further lessons make more difficult objects. They present their animations...
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Computer Enhanced Contour Line Drawing
Students practice drawing contour lines using a computer program. Using the lines, they use them in a photo scanned onto the same computer with a photo-editing option. They change the colors and textures of the photo and turn it in to...
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The Class Garden Essay
Fifth graders use a class garden as inspiration for a specific writing assignment. They conduct research into different types of flowers in photo images taken with a digital camera. Students write a creative essay and draw a picture to...
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Jeopardy Game
Students review terms and concepts related to the class through games. They play a jeopardy style game to review concepts realted to the class.
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About The Author
Fourth graders practice using basic word processing skills to create a document that includes graphics. The teacher uses a LCD projector to provide support during the lesson. They practice using Word Art to create their own graphics that...
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About The Author Lesson 4
Fourth graders engage in a lesson that continues the creation of a specialized Microsoft Word document. They practice creating art using Wordart and inserting images into the document with a paragraph attached. One of the main skills is...